Specialized photographic cameras imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $5.0 million of specialized photographic cameras in 2024 (4 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 168 countries. Value rose 25% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.0M | 4 t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 10 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 16 t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 15 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 3 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 4 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 5 t |
| 2017 | $529K | 4 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports specialized photographic cameras from
The largest suppliers were United States (37%), China (29%), Israel (15%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.8M | 37% |
| China | $1.4M | 29% |
| Israel | $750K | 15% |
| Italy | $311K | 6.3% |
| Kuwait | $204K | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $194K | 3.9% |
| Australia | $125K | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $44K | 0.9% |
| South Korea | $36K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $25K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,341.59 per kg, 1977% above the world average of $64.60. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates specialized photographic cameras imports (HS 9006.30): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9006.30: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): specially designed for underwater use, aerial survey, medical or surgical examination of internal organs: comparison cameras for forensic or criminological use.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized photographic cameras imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported specialized photographic cameras worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 168 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized photographic cameras to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (29%) and Israel (15%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 236% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized photographic cameras per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,341.59 per kg in 2024, 1977% above the world average of $64.60 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialized photographic cameras to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $529 thousand in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, an increase of 838%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized photographic cameras?
The HS code for specialized photographic cameras is subheading 9006.30. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9006 page.
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